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• Name: 2009 RED Trace
• Pros:  Does what it's supposed to, protect your head, Inexpensive, simple design., Removable parts: ear pads, insides, goggle strap.
• Cons:  Tight, M feels like S. Needs breaking in., Earpads come loose easily., Chin strap feels uncomfortable if I want it snug

Experience:   First off, they must have measured these without the inside padding because they are tight. The M is supposed to be 57-59cm, and my head is roughly 57.2cm and it is very uncomfortable the first time in. I couldn't even board for more than an hour since it gave me a major headache. Ended up just switching back to a beanie. I learned my lesson, so before my next trip, I spent a few days wearing the helmet, taking breaks in between because it still hurts. By the time we were up in the mountain, it has considerably molded to my head that I was able to wear a lightweight hood and still feels comfortable riding. It was still very tight, even when I'm wearing it now as I'm typing this review. But it's bearable and when you're up in the mountains, other factors will detract your attention away that you won't even notice. With that said. consider going one size up for complete comfort, otherwise prepare to spend some time to break it in. Another cons was the strap. I have a large Adam's apple (don't ask), and I feel slight discomfort when I open my mouth, or bend my head down. Loosening the strap a bit doesn't help much and it lessen the grip of the helmet. Other than that, everything else is fine. The ear pads can be come loose easily, but after adjusting the straps, it stayed in place and kept my ears warm. It can also be removed if wanted. There's also a gaper guard (for newbies like me), which I thought was neat. It also gave my goggles a tighter fit, which makes it even better. The removable goggle strap isn't as loose in as mentioned in other reviews, which is a plus. Being most things are removable and a nice smooth surface, the helmet could be a good canvas for those who wants to put on custom artwork. But the most important of all is that it protects your head, and that's should be the main priority. I hit my head pretty hard a few times and came up alright so that's definitely a good thing.

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• Name: 2009 Foursquare Q Snowboard Pants Men's
• Pros:  Waterproof, very cozy with a thermal layer under, Flashy and loud, if you're into that kind of thing, Lots of pockets
• Cons:  Too freaking big, I ordered a S and got XL, Flashy and loud, not good if you're noob like me,
• Pant Fit:  Too big
• My Size:  M
• Fits Like:  XL
• Description:  2-3 sizes too large

Experience:   Reading other people's reviews, I knew that these were gonna run larger than the sizes they are advertised. Little did I know, that's an understatement. I ordered a Small and ended up with what seems like a L-XL. I have to wear a belt to keep it up. The pants run down past my boots so I have to pull them up every few steps that I take. After last season the bottom is tearing up due to this reason. Other than the size I found everything to be above satisfactory. Being this is my first pants, I found it very comfortable with good level of waterproofing, even for someone like me who constantly fall and in constant contact with the snow. Lots of extra pockets, front and back, enough to carry everything you ever need: camera, wallet, keys, masks, beef jerky, a small baby. I got the 9 to 5 pattern which is a light green pattern, kind of like camouflage and I think they look nice with my red jacket. They are very flashy and bright, which could be a turn off for some, but for me they're essential. For a noob, it's good to be easily recognizable in case I get lost, or God forbid have an accident somewhere. After last season the pants is still in great condition, but then again I only went for 4-5 days. Nonetheless, I'll be rocking them again this season. If only they make an XS size then it'd be close to perfect beginner pants.

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• Name: 2009 Burton Ultra Wool
• Pros:  Snug, Warm,
• Cons:  Could be cheaper,
• Fit:  Just right
• My Size:  M
• Fits Like:  M
• Description:  Very snug and tight against

Experience:   I wear these every time I go snowboarding and they keep my toes very warm. It also wick out moisture very well so that by the end of the day I don't have a sloppy mess in my boots since I do sweat a lot. They are 1.5x thicker than normal socks but not much to make you change boot sizes, or feel uncomfortable with the same boots you're used to wearing. These do shrink when you dry them in the dryer but will just stretch right back when you put them on again. Don't know if that's what I'm supposed to do, or if it'll damage them in any way. Would buy more if they were cheaper, but for now one pair is good enough.

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